Stanley, Idaho is a hub of outdoor recreational opportunity. The town offers close access to countless activities that are fun for the whole family! Check out the options below by clicking the links or calling the phone numbers listed.

RAFTING Stanley, Idaho is at the center of some of the greatest river rafting territory in World. The Middle Fork of the Salmon River is 110 Miles long and listed as one of the Nations’s Wild and Scenic Rivers. There are several companies which specialize in guiding these trips.

The Main Fork of the Salmon River has its headwaters just South of the Stanley area. The river offers a variety of floating and whitewater options for people of all skill and interest levels. Several companies offer options for guided trips, as well as rental equipment for more experienced and adventurous individuals who want to ride the river on their own. Here is a list of several companies:

FISHING World Class Fish lies within and around the Stanley, Idaho area. Different seasons bring a wide variety of special fishing opportunities. The area sees a Steelhead season in early spring, followed by fantastic trout and other recreational fishing for throughout many other months. Fishing can be done in the many area lakes or, most popularly, in the beautiful Salmon River, which flows through the heart of the area. For Fishing Advice, Gear, or Guided Trips contact:

CLIMBING There are a load of climbing options in the Stanley, Idaho area. The Elephant’s Perch, one of Idaho’s most famous climbing walls, as well as several other features and peaks such as the Finger of Fate (near Hell Roaring Lake) and Mount Heyburn (near Redfish Lake), call to climbers from across the state and the world. There are also smaller climbing options and bouldering spots in several areas within the Sawtooths.